Congresswoman Fudge’s Office to Host Event In Akron as CBC Hosts National Day of Prayer to End Poverty and Income Inequality in Washington and in Districts Around the Nation  

WASHINGTON, DC – On Thursday, February 6 at 1pm, the Office of Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) invites members of the community to participate in the first national Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Day of Prayer to End Poverty and Income Inequality. CBC Members will host similar events in their districts with members of their local communities. As Chair of the CBC, Congresswoman Fudge will participate
with faith leaders from around the country at the CBC gathering on the Capitol Hill East Lawn in Washington, D.C.

WHO: Rev. Carl Wallace; Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic; Representative for Russ Pry, Summit County Executive; NAACP, Akron Chapter; Akron Urban League; guest clergy; civic leaders; and members of the community

WHAT: National Day of Prayer to End Poverty and Income Inequality

WHEN: Thursday, February 6, 2014 at 1pm ET

WHERE: AKRON
First Apostolic Faith Church, “The Faith Place”
790 Easter Ave
Akron, Ohio 44307
(330) 762-9139

Washington, D.C.
Capitol Hill East Lawn

WHY: Since 1953, leaders from all religions backgrounds, sectors of society, and communities around the world have gathered in Washington, DC for the National Prayer Breakfast to unite in faith and to build new relationships that will benefit goodwill for all. This year, when faith leaders gather in our nation’s Capital, Members of the Congressional Black Caucus will also host the first National Day of Prayer to End Poverty and Income Inequality in our communities. As millions of American families continue to live below the poverty line, and the gap between the wealthiest in our nation and all others continues to grow, faith leaders are invited to attend and stand in solidarity with the CBC as we pray for the consciousness of America to be awakened and united against this startling and harrowing trend.

These events are free and open to the public and the media.

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